art of recovery

by racsb | Jun 10, 2019 | About, General, Home, Mental Health, News and Events

A huge thank you to everyone who supported our annual exhibit of art by individuals with mental illness. And a giant round of applause to Gabriel and Scarlett Pons of PONSHOP Studio and Gallery! They provide so much more than a place to hang our work–they also...

Art of Recovery

by racsb | Apr 22, 2019 | Home, Media Releases, Mental Health, News and Events

A picture might be worth a thousand words, but images of recovery from mental illness transcend any lexicon. For 15 years, the Rappahannock Area Community Services Board has showcased art that goes beyond language to offer a precious glimpse of the journey to...

Call for Artists

by racsb | Mar 1, 2019 | About, General, Home, Media Releases, Mental Health, News and Events

Opening Reception: Friday, May 3 Deadline for Entries: Monday, April 1 Exhibition Dates: May 3–May 27 Fredericksburg, Virginia – Rappahannock Area Community Services Board seeks entries for the 15th Annual “The Art of Recovery” exhibit. The art show features original...

A Beautiful Evening

by racsb | May 8, 2018 | Home, Media Releases, Mental Health, News and Events, Substance Use Disorder, Uncategorized

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Art of Recovery’s opening night on May 4. The evening was a wonderful celebration of the role creativity plays in the journey to recovery. And it was a powerful way to view the accomplishments of people with mental...

Art of Recovery

by racsb | May 1, 2018 | About, General, Home, Media Releases, Mental Health, News and Events, Prevention, Substance Use Disorder

Recovery is messy, and it looks different to each person. Therapists often pack paints, brushes and canvases to bring to group sessions. When asked to paint recover, some use a bright palette to create a vision of hope. Others sketch their demons. For each, art offers...